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Vocabulary Entry
shadow-box
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A type of boxing exercise where a person practices movements and techniques without a real opponent.
Example Sentences
"He spent an hour doing shadow-box to improve his footwork."
"The coach advised her to do shadow-boxing before the big match."
"Shadow-boxing helps build confidence and rhythm for fights."
V
verb
To engage in shadow-boxing as a form of practice or training.
Example Sentences
"She shadow-boxed in front of the mirror to assess her form."
"Before the fight, he shadow-boxed to warm up and get into the zone."
"They shadow-boxed together to prepare for their upcoming competition."